What the vulnerability does
01Description
The XPlainer – WooCommerce Product FAQ [WooCommerce Accordion FAQ Plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on several functions (i.e. ffw_insert_new_faq, ffw_hide_discount_notice, ffw_delete_all_faqs, ffw_delete_single_faq, etc...) in all versions up to, and including, 1.7.0. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to add new and update existing FAQs, FAQ lists, and modify FAQ associations with products.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
The Happy WooCommerce FAQs plugin through version 1.7.0 lacks proper authorization checks on certain functions. A logged-in user with low privileges can modify FAQ data without proper permission validation. The vulnerability has low integrity impact and does not affect confidentiality or availability.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Modify FAQ content or settings without proper authorization.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Unauthorized users can alter FAQ content, potentially spreading misinformation or defacing product information.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-privilege user account (e.g., subscriber or contributor role).
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
July 9, 2024
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated
